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Valley News And Views Staff
Drayton Public School will hold registration for the 2026-27 school year on Tuesday, Aug. 4, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. in the school's main office.All students are encouraged to register during that time. New families should bring their child's birth certificate and immunization records.
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
The sign outside Drayton Lutheran Church displays the date and time of the centennial celebration. Submitted photo
Impetus of perseverance
News Staff
Drayton Lutheran Parish to celebrate 100th AnniversaryBy Christine Jensen As many area parishes struggle to keep their doors open, Drayton Lutheran Parish (DLP) will celebrate its 100th Anniversary with a special Sunday morning service honoring the church and its heritage on Sunday, July 19, at...
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
Grand Farm program manager David Vinson ready to take BOPA Precision Agriculture robot, the Autonomous Nano Tractor, out for testing. The robot tractors, used precision weeding and spraying on small and medium-sized farms, are just one of dozens of agtech products being tested at Grand Farm. Photo, Michael Standaert, NDNC.
Grand Farm provides tech fix for farmers’ most pressing needs
Michael Standaert, North Dakota News Cooperative
Major focus currently on resistant weed control, other pain pointsRobots that kill herbicide-resistant weeds with pinpoint precision. AI-enhanced drones that tell farmers exactly where to spray. Smart sprayers that identify and eliminate superweeds before they spread.
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
North Dakota state law requires kids 10 and under to wear a life jacket in boats under 27 feet. Photo by NDGF
Staying safe on the water this summer
Doug Leier, North Dakota Game And Fish Dept
You wouldn’t wait until after the opening weekend of pheasant season to brush up on firearm safety. You take hunter education before you hunt. You check your firearm, review the rules and head into the field prepared. The same mindset belongs on the water.
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
North Dakota launches Dakota BOT to modernize public access to state services
News Staff
The North Dakota Department of Commerce and North Dakota Information Technology (NDIT) have partnered to launch Dakota BOT, a new AI-powered chatbot designed to improve how citizens, businesses and visitors access information across ND.gov and affiliated state agency websites.
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
Guide and Outfitter Exam scheduled
News Staff
The next guide and outfitter written examination is Aug.15 at 1 p.m. at the North Dakota Game and Fish Department office in Bismarck. Preregistration is required no later than Aug. 7 by calling the Department’s enforcement office at 701-328-6604.
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
St. Thomas man sentenced for Walsh County incident
Mike Alan Steinfeldt
A St. Thomas man was sentenced on six of eight Class C felonies he was charged with Monday, July 7, in Northeast District Court in Grafton.
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
Artists named for 2026 ND state parks residency program
News Staff
The North Dakota Parks and Recreation Department, in partnership with North Dakota Council on the Arts, has selected three artists for the 2026 Artist in Residency Program.
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
Grafton man charged with continuous sexual abuse of minor
Mike Alan Steinfeldt
A 31-year-old Grafton man is in custody, charged with a+ Class AA felony of continuous sexual abuse of a minor in Walsh County.Roger Lee Robinson, Jr.
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
Pembina County Historical Society seeks information for Centennial Farm program
News Staff
The Pembina County Historical Society (PCHS) is seeking information regarding Pembina County's Centennial Farms for recognition at the 33rd Annual Pioneer Machinery Show and Tractor Pull, to be held on Sunday, September 13, 2026, at the Pembina County Museum Grounds near Cavalier.
Wednesday, July 8, 2026